Holy cow...I have that exact same Hoppy alignment system (arrow on right in garage fire photo). I just got done cleaning that up a few weeks back.

Also have an earlier unit in the wooden box (arrow on the left).

It took me a little time to figure it out, but as of now i am very surprised how well it seems to have worked.
Matt

Like everything in life we all have a learning curve. I purchased the right stuff rear disc brake kit that uses the GM metric rear calipers, and saw a topic on here about needing to adjust the E brake lever to limit travel, then bleeding the rear calipers. So I got those things done and that caused another issue. The kit originally came with two equal length E brake cables, but the 66 coronet does not use that type of set up and I didn’t want to modify the car. I called “The Right Stuff” about the issues and they said to order and use a set of the original drum brake emergency cables, so I did. Once those were installed the drivers cable was always short, but worked with a bracket that I had made/modified to help with the different lengths of the two cable ends. Once I adjusted the E brake arms though the cable would pull the E brake by just setting the car on the floor. So I called them back and the suggested to call Control Cables out in California. I have to give them credit they sent me a diagram to use and measure what was needed, also put an adjuster on the frame bracket side to fine tune any difference in length and it worked out great. I’d suggest them if you have any needs for different cables. The first two pictures are the original drum brake style cables and the last two are the new E brake cable installed from control cables.
Matt

The sounds coming out of those tail pipes pure awesome! Going to be something when you get it on the road shifting that 4 speed. Wow!

looks awesome.
the wheels look like VN309 so probably 15x5 with 2.76 backspacing. is that right?
Which tires are on the front?

Your correct on the wheels and tires are repro BFG.
Matt

Removed the original rear trim panels from the car, used some SEM die to redo the carpet and just cleaned the vinyl parts up. Also buffed the upper painted portions. I will post some pictures of the trim panels and some of the original vapor barriers and other items. The rear trim panel look to be dated March 22 1965, which is a little strange being as the car is SPD of 4-66.
Matt

Wanted to also post a few pictures of the original vapor barriers and the package tray and insulation that was under the package shelf cover.

A few from the other day when I was able to get it out and drive it.
Matt

Well done !!!

looks good

I was able to get the car out this past Monday and put about 40 or so miles on it. For the most part fairly uneventful until the drivers side front caliper cooper washer decided to leak. Thought I’d post a couple pictures.
Matt

that looks great!

Matt I just found this thread! Congrats on a job well done! What a great feeling!

Ive never been a big 66-67 Coronet fan.

But the color, drive train along with the tires and wheels combination makes this car look killer.
I love it

Thank you David.
Matt

Thank you, It has been a frustrating build at times, and i still have a decent amount to do. We will keep working, and thanks for the kind words.
Matt

I have been doing a little bit along on the coronet. Not making the progress that I was a couple years back but still progress. I thought I’d add some pictures of the drivers door panel area I have been working on. Just some original details that seem to get lost when a car is restored.
Matt

Some of once the trim panel was cleaned up, the carpet dyed and glued back down. Next for arm rest and bases to install. Also one picture of it when I had it out the other day.
Matt

Nice work.